Adventure Design

How history’s most infamous disasters shaped the field of engineering, from the creator of the popular YouTube channel Practical Engineering When a giant bridge collapses, a gas explosion blows up a building, or a major dam bursts, it’s hard not to wonder how things could have gone so...

"With tons of suspects and plenty of danger, this is Coble at her best." --Library Journal | "Nobody does romantic suspense better than Colleen Coble." --Lisa Gardner | "Engaging characters, irresistible intrigue, and a slow-burning romance." --Mary Burton USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen...

The beloved time-traveling trio returns! Ethan, Maya, and Leo discover the magical antique clock calling them to new adventures. Having learned confidence in Book 1, they now face leadership challenges that require guiding others through difficult situations.

Read by the authors Kevin Olusola and Donovan Dee Donnell Success May Not Be What You Think It Is Grammy Award winner Kevin Olusola of the multiplatinum a cappella group Pentatonix and international life coach Donovan Dee Donnell have seen it all. They've had the applause, money, and everything...

Al Miller has concluded negotiating the early stages of an alliance with the goliath people. He has completed it in time so he should be able to return home soon enough to be there when Delia is ready to claim her class, the first of his party to do so. Through that process, and while trying to figure out the logistics of the old Jamiston Barony, Al has come to the conclusion he must have a bureaucracy to run his ever-expanding noble fief. His friend Mazornwreld, the copper dragon will have a clutch of eggs hatching, bringing more native dragons into the world. Al wants to be there for the ...

“Cities, like dreams, are made of desires and fears, even if the thread of their discourse is secret, their rules are absurd, their perspectives deceitful, and everything conceals something else.” — from Invisible Cities In a garden sit the aged Kublai Khan and the young Marco Polo —...

“Funny, touching, tragic….A remarkable tale of corruption, child trafficking and civil war in a far away land—and one man’s extraordinary quest to reunite lost Nepalese children with their parents.” —Neil White, author of In the Sanctuary of Outcasts Little Princes is the epic story...

Ignition! is the inside story of the Cold War era search for a rocket propellant which could be trusted to take man into space. A favorite of Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, listeners will want to tune into this "really good book on rocket[s]," available for the first time in audio. Ignition!...

Discover the Magic of Confidence Through Time! When curious friends Ethan, Maya, and Leo stumble upon a mysterious antique clock in Grandpa's dusty attic, they unlock the adventure of a lifetime. This isn't just any ordinary timepiece—it's a magical portal that transports them back in time to meet history's most inspiring figures during their moments of doubt and triumph.

Ease your child into deep relaxation with gentle bedtime stories that transform restless nights into peaceful sleep. After a busy day of school and play, these cozy audio adventures provide the perfect quiet transition to help tired minds naturally unwind. Settle into a calm, reassuring...

Great game stories don't come from big budgets. They come from good systems. The classic LucasArts adventures - The Secret of Monkey Island, Grim Fandango, Day of the Tentacle - built worlds players still quote decades later. They did it on floppy disks, at 320×200 resolution, with no voice budget and no cinematic engine. Their advantage wasn't money. It was design discipline: story and mechanics fused so tightly you couldn't separate them. Modern indie developers work under the same kind of constraints those teams did - small crews, tight budgets, no time. This book argues that's an ...

Welcome to the ageless world of the Green Forest, the Smiling Pool, and the Purple Mountains! There, you’ll meet a rabbit named Peter, who one day became so unhappy about his plain-sounding name he decided to change it to Peter Cottontail because he felt it made him sound more important.

Pompeii, Paused is a modern traveler’s companion to the world’s most complete ancient city—part practical playbook, part quiet meditation. Instead of skimming ruins, you’ll read a living city: streets engineered for storms and carts, fountains that double as wayfinding, baths as social architecture, bakeries as urban engines. Inside, you’ll find three smart routes—a 2‑hour essentials loop, a half‑day circuit with depth, and a full‑day immersion—each paced for real feet on uneven stone. Crowd and heat strategies keep you comfortable; safety, accessibility, and etiquette ...

Two androids. One captive. A vast ship filled with deadly secrets on the galaxy's edge. Gamma completed his mission: the Nursery and its human future is safe...for the moment. Dangerous mechs wander Starship, broken code driving them to destruction. Strange power draws from dark corners raise questions. And, of course, what to do with the prisoner?

Join Ricky, Ray & Rusty on their wildest—and mistiest—adventure yet! In Ricky, Ray & Rusty Climb the Smoky Mountains, three faith-filled and fun-loving boys take on the trails, wildlife, and wonders of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. From raccoon raids and roaring waterfalls to bear cub encounters and the dazzling synchronous fireflies of Elkmont, this creation science adventure is packed with humor, heart, and truth from God’s Word. Guided by their nature-loving Uncle Dean and scripture-quoting Aunt Pat, the boys explore the breathtaking beauty of God’s creation while learning...

Are you ready to embark on an epic journey through the thrilling world of video game heroes? "100 Fun Facts About Video Game Heroes" is your ultimate gateway into the exciting universe of legendary characters, daring adventures, and the stories behind the games that have captivated millions. From the rise of iconic heroes to the most challenging boss battles, this book takes you behind the scenes to uncover the fascinating world of gaming that has shaped history and culture across the globe. Whether you’re a budding gamer, a passionate fan, or someone just curious about the impact of ...

Don’t miss the high-stakes sequel to the instant New York Times bestselling dystopian romance, To Cage a Wild Bird! After escaping the brutal world of Endlock, Raven Thorne flees to the Wastes and finds herself drawn into the cold embrace of the Collective, a rebel group. This electrifying...

Fly Me to the Moon Hana's a sixth grader at the Tree of Life Preparatory School in Fredericksburg, Virginia. She and her friend, Phillip have taken an interest in NASA's space program because of Mrs. Livingston's science class. They went to the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC together with her dad and got to met James Lovell an astronaut on the Apollo Eight and Thirteen Missions. Because of her increasing interest in space she went to Space Camp and then to the Kennedy Space Center. Come with Hana as she meets new friends and experiences what space is like.

Join Ricky, Ray, and Rusty for a hilarious, faith-filled adventure through one of the most unusual places on earth—the Galápagos Islands! In Ricky, Ray & Rusty Explore the Galápagos Islands, the cousins travel with Uncle Dean, Aunt Pat, and their guide Alex to discover giant tortoises, sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, finches, volcanoes, tide pools, and even penguins near the equator. Along the way, Ray reports into his famous banana microphone, Rusty treats every animal like a royal subject, and Ricky fills his notebook with exciting scientific discoveries. This middle-...

An unforgettable Christian adventure through geysers, fossils, volcanoes, and God’s amazing design! Geysers erupt. Mud pots burp. And one squirrel has a serious attitude. Join Ricky, Ray & Rusty as they laugh, learn, and lurch their way through Yellowstone National Park on a faith-filled family road trip! Whether it’s dodging steam vents, mistaking trail mix for fossil evidence, or narrowly escaping the wrath of an acorn-chucking rodent, these three boys can’t seem to stay out of trouble—or out of God’s awe-inspiring creation. From foggy canyons to steamy thermal basins, every ...